Alternator: Service and Repair

GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 44811 Accessory Belt Tensioner Unloader

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn the ignition OFF.

IMPORTANT: Record all pre-set radio stations.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the throttle body air duct.




4. Remove the accessory drive belt.

IMPORTANT: Use the required J 44811.

5. Disconnect the generator electrical connections.




6. Remove the generator to engine block bolts and the generator.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the generator and install the top bolts finger tight.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bottom bolts and tighten all the generator bolts.

Tighten the generator-to-engine block bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

3. Connect the electrical connections.

Tighten the B+ cable-to-generator nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

4. Install the accessory drive belt.

IMPORTANT: Use the required accessory drive belt removal tool number J 44811.

5. Install the throttle body air duct.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

7. Reprogram the radio stations.